1955 Ford Thunderbird on 2040-cars
Riverside, California, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:292 cu. in. V8
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Ford
Model: Thunderbird
Trim: Hard Top Convertible
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: US
Options: Mini Audio Cable Hookup, Cassette Player, Convertible
Mileage: 326
Exterior Color: Black
Interior Color: Black and White
Up for sale is a 1955 Ford Thunderbird. This car has had a frame off restoration. Everything has been replaced or rebuilt. On the exterior, the paint is a new factory raven black and the chrome is perfect or brand new. The convertible is a hardtop, but also includes a black tonnaeu cover for summer time driving; new whitewall tires and original hubcaps complete the exterior restoration. For the interior, seats are black and white, brand new and completely re-upholsterd. All electrical equipment has been upgraded, along with all of the gauges. A 200 watt four speaker stereo is installed, with cassette player and auxiliary hook up, for MP3 or CD players. Under the hood is a completely rebuilt 292 cu. in. V8 automatic engine with all new accessories (water pump, fuel pump, coils, etc); the water pump has a higher output pulley for much improved cooling to prevent overheating while on the highway or while idling. This vehicle was also converted from a 6V generator to a 12V alternator electrical system. Additional special upgrades include: "Greendot" three speed automatic transmission and electric ignition vs. points. All work on the vehicle has been professionally done at a cost of over $56,000, with less than 500 miles driven since restoration began. Because of personal health circumstances, I will be selling this car at well below the price put into it. This listing is being posted by my nephew, so please be patient with response times regarding email inquiries. For an immediate response, please call me directly at 951-538-0858.
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